News & Commentary

Untangling my hair and my self-identity is tough enough on its own. Imagine trying to do it under a barrage of questions from people who have never been in my shoes – the insensitive comments and the non-consensual touching.

As we remember Roe v. Wade on the 50th anniversary of the decision, look back at some of the many fights led by the ACLU along the way.

We’re poised to fight back against state legislative efforts to control our bodies and limit access to essential health care.

Kentucky lost a fighter for marriage equality and ACLU-KY client who challenged Kim Davis's denial of his right to marry the love of his life. Even at this time of incredible loss, love still wins.

One year ago we joined the Louisville community to form a coalition and demand immediate, substantive changes to save lives in Louisville jails. One year later, the community has lost 12 lives in as many months. Louisville's government is overseeing a humanitarian crisis.

We're celebrating Giving Tuesday 2022 by supporting partners and organizations throughout the state that work on Black maternal health.

Healthcare professionals across the commonwealth are asking Kentuckians to vote NO on Amendment 2 because abortion bans endanger patients' lives.

Judicial races often go unnoticed, but are crucial for reforming our criminal legal system. Check out this page for our first-ever 2022 judicial guide to learn about the candidates and make a decision.

Amendment 2 is an affront to religious liberty – and faith leaders agree. Vote NO on Amendment 2 to defeat this total abortion ban.